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S1 Ep.8: “Tucked Up in Newport” with Denée Benton and Bob Shaw

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The Luxurious Transformation of Newport

This chapter discusses the luxurious transformation of Newport in the mid-19th century by land speculators Alfred Smith and Joseph Bailey. It explores the development of Bellevue Avenue and the construction of grand summer homes by wealthy families. The chapter also delves into Newport's earlier history as a seaport and the timing of its transition into a resort destination.

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